THE GAMBIA IMMIGRATION BILL, 2026
Summary
The object of the Bill is to give effect to the security sector reform agenda of the Government of The Gambia. A further objective of the Bill is to repeal the Immigration Act of 1965 and replace it with an Act that is in line with best international standards in connection to modern integrated border management system. The Bill also provides the Gambia Immigration Department with a legal framework that would help improve the efficiency, management, command, and accountability of the institution, and promote gender equality.
Bill Progress Timeline
First Reading
July 14, 2026 at 3:06 PM
The Bill was tabled for the First Reading on the 08th of June, 2026 by the Hon. Minister for Interior (Person-in-Charge) of the Bill.
Updated by: Fatou Marega
Second Reading
July 14, 2026 at 3:12 PM
The Hon. Minister for Interior (Person-in-charge) of the Bill, on Tuesday 16th June, 2026, moved a motion for the Second Reading and allowed Hon. Members of the Assembly to debate on the General Merits and Principles of the Bill. The motion was carried at the Second Reading and the Bill stood referred to the Assembly Business Committee whereupon it was Committed to the Committee of the Whole Assembly for the consideration stage of the Bill.
Updated by: Fatou Marega
Consideration Stage
July 14, 2026 at 3:24 PM
The Committee of the Whole Assembly began the Consideration Stage of Bill on Monday 29th of June, 2026. However, the Assembly could not exhaust the process and stopped at Part four of the Bill. The Assembly is expected to continue the Consideration Stage of the Bill during its subsequent Sittings.
Updated by: Fatou Marega
Bill Status
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Consideration stage
Last Updated
July 14, 2026
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